friends Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is a friend?
A mutual, voluntary relationship based on affection.
When do kids start showing friendship preferences?
Preschool age.
Why are friends important?
Emotional support, social skills, and long-term well-being.
What are risks of bad friendships?
Can lead to conflict and antisocial behavior.
Types of aggression?
Physical, verbal, relational, indirect, social.
Reactive vs. proactive aggression?
Reactive = response to provocation; Proactive = goal-driven
How does aggression change with age?
Physical peaks early and declines; relational grows more subtle in adolescence.
What is bullying?
Repeated, intentional harm with power imbalance.
Who gets bullied?
Passive (quiet, weak) or provocative (aggressive, anxious) kids.
Who are bullies?
Often impulsive, with conduct issues; not always unpopular.
Gender differences?
Boys: physical bullying. Girls: relational bullying.
Effects of bullying?
Mental health issues, peer rejection, physical symptoms.
What is cyberbullying?
Online, repeated aggression where the victim can’t easily fight back.
Effects of cyberbullying?
Depression, stress, suicidal thoughts.
What helps stop bullying?
Awareness, adult involvement, clear rules, support for victims.
